Project Supply Chain Leader

Alstom is the UK & Ireland’s leading supplier of new trains and train services, and a leading signalling and rail infrastructure provider. Alstom have built, or are building, just under 40% of the UK mainline train fleet; as well as the entire fleets in service with London Underground and Dublin Luas.

We provide the widest range of smart solutions in the rail market, from innovative high-speed rolling stock, metros and trams to maintenance, modernisation, infrastructure and signalling.

Employing 6000 people, we design and build trains at Derby, the UK’s largest train factory; and operate major sites at Widnes, Crewe, Ilford and Plymouth, and 30 train services depots across the UK and Ireland.  

Purpose of role

As a Project Supply Chain Leader, you will lead the establishment and continued development of standard process implementation. You will be involved in developing and implementing standard processes to Crofton Depot in line with the Platform.

What are my key responsibilities?

Day to day management of the Supply Chain depot Team.
Lead Team to maintain material availability to deliver all material requirements.

Control of the project material spend & BTG.
Drive unplanned material costs down through engagement of the allocated Functions and Suppliers
Material Cost Variance Analysis and reporting using the Material TAC (total at completion) model and associated KPI's and reports.
Manage the development & maintenance of an accurate SAP CBOM (Costed Bill of Materials) (standard format) to drive material forecasting,
planning.
Optimise inventory levels ensuring availability.
Responsibility for the safe storage of materials and consumables for the Soho Depot.
Implementation of logistics management processes to secure the supply base.
Ensure that Perpetual Inventory policies and procedures are in place and adhered to.
Adhere to the Platform warehousing strategy for the control of materials on sites and external facilities.
Develop appropriate KPIs to measure performance to drive culture and behaviour.
Support strategic locations to enable all fleets to be furnished with their requirements.
Establish and implement Bogie & Wheelset storage solution.
Employ principles of lineside materials and JIT (just in time)/delivery.
Establish KPI to monitor the management of Inventory settings and parameters.
Using the TAC analysis model ensure a clear and transparent governance process is in place to identify potential project over or underspends.
Ensure inventory targets are achieved.
Continuously build organisational capability using all available HR processes, procedures and tools including:  Selection and Recruitment,
Performance Management, Development Plans, Talent Management, Succession Planning and Training, Effective PMP (People Management Process) delivery management

What do I need to qualify for this Job?

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:  

Essential:

Expert in managing C-BoM’s (Costed Bill of Materials)
A good understanding of how sub-functions are integral to the train maintenance value chain
Variance and Synergies between TSSSA & TSA (Full maintenance or material only)
Knowledge of Warehousing & Logistics
Importance of Portfolio Projects in relation to UK wide
SAP, ERP, C-BoM
Materials Analysis, Inventory Management
Warehousing and Stock Checking
Governance and Safety
Experience in relevant roles, managing complex projects
Successful track record reducing and controlling costs
Proven experience in business process reengineering through IS/IT and change programme
Negotiation & Leadership skills
Proven Track Record of Logistics Management
People Management experience
Excellent Communication Skills
 Desirable:

SAP Assest Management
Asset Information Management System (AIMS)
CIPS Qualified
 Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring…